Age-Related Resources

Links on this page direct you to information on careers and occupations for youth, advice to parents, professional career and job search counselors/coaches, and information for older adults looking to make a career change or job search.

Click on any Link Title below to access the website:

Children & Youth Kids & Careers Website This site is a tool to help bring career education to children grades K-4, using such things as a "virtual coloring book" and exploratory activities for kids. It is a cooperative venture between a school district and two post-secondary educational institutions.   Jobs for kids who like... Career information for elementary/middle school kids organized in 6 areas of interest--a young person's version of the US Department of Labor's "Occupational Outlook Handbook."   Income & Lifestyle Preferences Quiz Learn what you need to earn to be able to reach and maintain a lifestyle, and a few suggestions of occupations that will paid enough. Great "reality check" activity to help individuals see connection of desired lifestyle to needed income.   Work-Based Learning Initiative - Kent County, Michigan Work-based learning activities connect classroom learning to real world applications through hands-on experiences in the world of work. These experiences may include tours, job shadows, internships, mentoring and more.   Career Pathways in Michigan The 6 "Career Pathways" used in Michigan schools with links to job descriptions in each--Arts and Communications; Business, Management, Marketing, and Information Technology; Engineering, Manufacturing, and Industrial Technology; Health Sciences; Human and Public Services; and Natural Resources and Agriscience.   My Dream Explorer--Michigan A Michigan state-wide website to help students, parents, and educators provide career advice to high school students. Parents section easily accessible while other sections of the site require Username and Password which can be obtain by contacting the student's school.   A Guide for Teens: How to Find a Summer or Part-Time Job A seven-step process and advice on how to find a summer or part-time job.

Adults & Retirees College Parents of America A source for vital information and guidance leading to and through college. Some information and resources required an annual membership.   US Dept of Education Resources Resource information and links for students, parents, teachers and administrators to help individuals succeed in setting and reaching educational goals.   AARP Careers advice for older adults Careers section of AARP's website is loaded with information and links for those age 50+ looking for work or considering a career change.   AARP's SCSEP Program A work-training program of the AARP Foundation for low-income persons age 55 and older. It helps those in need to re-train for a changing workforce, to find self-confidence, and most importantly, to find a job.   Experience Works' SCSEP Program Training and employment services for mature workers providing older individuals and others with skills and opportunities to enhance their employability, performance, and life satisfaction. This is a federally-funded Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP).   GRCC Older Learning Center Grand Rapids Community College program for older adults, including a Senior Computer Club ($50 annual membership).